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The Secret Healing Technique Most Therapists Won’t Tell You About
As a former licensed therapist and a former therapy client, I have to admit that I found myself reluctant to return to the therapeutic process. In truth, I loved the experience, and it made a huge impact on my life.
Monica StefanPublished about 13 hours ago in PsycheProgressive Muscle Relaxation
Disclaimer: This article should not be taken as medical advice. This is my experience and what I have learned about Progressive Muscle Relaxation. As always, seek medical advice from a practitioner.
J. Delaney-HowePublished about 14 hours ago in PsycheWhat It Feels Like to Experience a Panic Attack
There was no air in my lungs. Struggle as I may, they refused to expand. Instantly, beads of sweat broke out over my entire body. My throat felt like it was swelling shut, and the sounds around me became increasingly muted. My vision blurred and then everything turned dark gray.
Scott NinnemanPublished about 16 hours ago in Psyche
Dealing With Emotional Fallout When You Begin To Stop People-Pleasing
I was talking with a client recently. She had asserted a boundary with a friend as she didn’t want to talk about certain subjects and he did. When my client said that she didn’t want to discuss these subjects her friend became annoyed and started to put her down, calling her unreasonable and stupid. She stuck to her decision to not discuss the subjects and decided to reduce contact with this particular friend for the time being. It was the first time she had done this.
Gail HooperPublished about 16 hours ago in PsycheFrom Hate to Hope
Dear Mom, I know you think you know everything about me. You can pick me out of a crowd at the drop of a hat. You know what music I listen to and what TV shows I watch. You know all of my pet peeves and all my passions. You've watched me grow from an infant into a woman and you have loved and supported me every step of the way.
Michelle StandridgePublished about 18 hours ago in Psyche
How to learn to say "no" without feeling guilty?
You may have noticed the difficulty of saying NO to the sometimes insistent solicitation of a friend, a colleague, his or her spouse or even his boss.
The Benefits Of Cuddling Giant Teddy Bears For Children & Adults!
Your children are your greatest asset, isn’t it? You endeavor to accomplish & attain everything that works best for your child. Be it the best food, best comfy clothes, best accessories, and best toys? While buying toys for your child, do you buy them with a purpose or certain intention or do you just buy them as cute toys that will make your child happy? Well, you have to be a little more careful in this. Most parents don’t think about the lasting impact a toy can have on their babies, rather they just take it as a source of amusement.
Alex MurphyPublished about 19 hours ago in Psyche
Dream Journal Entry One
My day starts as usual. I brush my teeth, fix myself a cup of sweet tea, get dressed and feed my cat. The walls in my apartment are more grey than usual. Is this a dream? Where are my keys? I scan around my small bedroom which has rearranged itself completely overnight. My bed is on the side where the TV usually is and my desk and PC are moved into the center of the room. I remember leaving my purse in the closet on one of the hangers. I never do this. My purse is usually on my desk. There is a violet glow emanating from the closet. It is larger than usual. I step inside. The walls start shrinking around me. Everything goes a hazy grey. Opening my eyes I am looking at myself. I am at work. There is a rush of customers. Still out of my body I move closer to the long island counter. Where are the registers?
Shelby ParkerPublished a day ago in PsycheMental Illness Doesn't Need to be Fought Alone
Depression hits different these days. I used to not clean my room and not leave for months on end. Now, it is more robotic. I didn't wash my hair for almost 2 weeks, but I showered every day. I don't eat, but I have been drinking water and protein shakes. I still do the things that make me feel good, I just do them a little more sad.
Sara CaramellaPublished a day ago in PsycheMen and Suicide
Men are in crisis; they are dying by suicide in huge numbers but the general public remains largely unaware of the disturbing statistics. The victims are not stars or celebrities, nor are they necessarily members of more widely publicized at-risk-of-suicide groups like teens or the Indigenous community. But too many productive and vital men are falling under the radar, with no one to speak for them because they do such an effective job of muting themselves. It is time to bring some serious attention to this issue and shout: “Men are dying here, help these brothers out!”
Hypnosis
It is a trance-like state in which a person increases focus, feels calm and relaxed, and is more open to surrounding suggestions, with the help of a therapist who uses verbal repetition or mental imagery, and this technique is also used to help control an individual's unwanted behaviour, or to relieve anxiety or pain.
Judith IsidorePublished 2 days ago in Psyche
Street Soccer Scotland helps Forfar woman turn life around after 10-year heroin addiction
These are the words of 35-year-old Louise Fairweather, who has managed to turn her life around thanks to a police raid and the help of Street Soccer Scotland.
